2021 Hyundai Tucson
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 80
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2021
Opened by NHTSA
49% of complaints
Complaints per year
2021: 80 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 185 |
| 2006 | 135 |
| 2007 | 65 |
| 2008 | 43 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 58 |
| 2011 | 124 |
| 2012 | 255 |
| 2013 | 266 |
| 2014 | 202 |
| 2015 | 229 |
| 2016 | 1,626 |
| 2017 | 1,092 |
| 2018 | 398 |
| 2019 | 383 |
| 2020 | 177 |
| 2021 | 80 |
| 2022 | 384 |
| 2023 | 136 |
| 2024 | 98 |
| 2025 | 292 |
| 2026 | 65 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
49% · 39 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The contact called on behalf of his girlfriend who owned a 2021 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH in the driveway, there was steam coming out from under the hood. There was no warning light illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-07-31
I took my car in to Allen Samuals Hyundai dealership to have the 9C2 recall update completed on May 15th 2026. Ever since then my vehicle has had a rough hesitation or sputtering when driving.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-23
The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine blew. No warning lights were illuminated. There was white smoke coming from the hood of the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-11
Electrical system
15% · 12 reportsShow complaint excerpts
loss of info system loss of all dash lights when I turn the engine off most of the time I loose all electrical systems (will not start for at least 15 minutes) if doors lock I can only unlock the drivers door with the auxiliary key.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-10
Also filed under Exterior lighting
Service brakes
15% · 12 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
Power train
10% · 8 reportsFuel/propulsion system
10% · 8 reportsSafety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2020-11-02Service brakes, hydraulic20V543000 Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) recalled certain 2019-2021 Tucson vehicles on September 4, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Hyundai expanded the recall population, and added certain 2016-2018 Tucson vehicles.
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HECU fuse. For 2019-2021 model years, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software will also be updated. Recall repairs will be performed free of charge.
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2023-11-17Audit queryOpen Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires
Buy-smart checklist
2021 Hyundai Tucson — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 39 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 12 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 12 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 20V543000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
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- Is the 2021 Hyundai Tucson reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2021 Hyundai Tucson is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2021 Hyundai Tucson?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 49% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2021 Hyundai Tucson have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.